N721EC
Learjet 35A (35A)
Learjet (Gates Learjet / Bombardier)
5 Hours
Duration of Flight
1990 NM
Range
471 MPH
Max Speed

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Aircraft Overview
At a glance
Basic Information
Year Manufactured
1980
Registration Number
N721EC
Serial Number
35-355
Ownership
EAST COAST JETS INC
Location
Allentown, PA, US
Aircraft Class
12,500-19,999lbs
Max Passengers
6
Range
1990 NM
Service Ceiling
45000 ft
Duration of Flight
5 Hours
Max Speed
471 MPH
Mode-S Code
A9A7AA
Registration Country
US
Certificate Issued
May 17, 2001
Airworthiness Date
Oct 1, 1980
Reg. Expiration
Apr 30, 2026
Safety Record
N721EC
Landing accident 2020-02-29 at Altoona, PA — substantial damage reported, no fatalities; aircraft subsequently repaired and returned to service.
| Date | From | To | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-21 | KIAD Dulles / Washington, VA | KABE Allentown, PA | 12:34 AM - 01:01 AM | Landed Landed 01:01 AM |
| 2025-10-20 | KPVD Providence, RI | KIAD Dulles / Washington, VA | 11:04 PM - 12:08 AM (+1) | Landed Landed 12:08 AM |
| 2025-10-20 | KABE Allentown, PA | KPVD Providence, RI | 07:33 PM - 08:16 PM | Landed Landed 08:16 PM |
| 2025-10-13 | KAPF Naples, FL | KABE Allentown, PA | 06:52 PM - 09:25 PM | Landed Landed 09:25 PM |
| 2025-10-13 | KABE Allentown, PA | KAPF Naples, FL | 11:27 AM - 01:41 PM | Landed Landed 01:41 PM |
| 2025-02-14 | KALB Albany, NY | KABE Allentown, PA | 04:43 PM - 05:14 PM | Landed Landed 05:14 PM |
AI Summary
Learjet 35A (35A)
Overview
US-registered (N721EC). Airworthiness certificate dated 1980-10-01; registration/certificate entry 2001-05-17; last FAA registry action 2022-11-16; registration valid through 2026-04-30.
Specifications
- Engines: 2x Garrett TFE731-2-2B (3500 lbf each)
- Range: 1990 nm
- Cruise: 436 kts
- Seats: 6
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Operator-listed 6-place executive layout (charter listing); FAA registry lists higher max seating. Operator/charter listings reference leather seats, small galley and enclosed lavatory; specific manufacturer's interior spec for this tail not available publicly.
Model & Market Context
This article covers airframe N721EC, a 1980-built Learjet 35A with serial number 35-355. The airframe is recorded as owned by EAST COAST JETS INC (a corporation based in Allentown, PA, US), and is registered in the US. The aircraft's condition and marketplace standing are summarized by an estimated value of $960,000; registry data also notes differences between the operator-listed cabin configuration and the FAA-recorded maximum seating.
The airframe is offered in an operator-listed six-place executive layout for charter operations while FAA registry entries indicate a higher maximum seating allowance; this distinction is reflected in operator and registry records for N721EC. The cabin description provided is limited to the six-place executive configuration as listed by the operator, with no additional equipment, interior furnishings, or avionics specifics included in the supplied data. Typical missions implied by the listed range of 1,990 nm and cruise speed of 436 kts would support short- to medium-range executive transport, while the twin Garrett engines and 45,000 ft ceiling align with high-speed, high-altitude light business jet operations for the registered operator based in Allentown, PA.
This specific airframe is a representative member of the Learjet 35A family, built in 1980 and powered by a pair of Garrett TFE731 engines producing 3,500 lbf each, situating it in the light, high-performance business jet niche. With a stated value of $960,000 for this airframe, resale and charter-market considerations for similar Learjet 35A examples typically hinge on airframe hours, maintenance status, and interior configuration—factors not detailed in the supplied data. The combination of a long ferry range relative to the category, high cruise speed, and a high-service ceiling contributes to continued demand among operators seeking compact, fast transregional capability.